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velmize's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
carodinges's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Thank you Minerva for writing this and telling about your journey perfecting it and how you grew. The story was cute and didn't feel heavy while still talking about the heavier subjects. The characters all got a happy ending and it felt like it made the world a better place. There was a lot of diversity so there is representation for a wide variety of people. I felt seen reading it, espacially the end and your epilogue.
marta_v's review against another edition
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
✨The Dragon of Ynys es un cuento inclusivo que está pensado para todas las edades, en el que Snap el dragón y Sir Violet el caballero, junto a Holly y a Juniper, ambas reposteras, viven una breve pero intensa aventura en la que no sólo aprenden sobre si mismas, sino que también sobre las experiencias de los demás.
✨Una perspectiva positiva sobre cómo las historias son uno de los grades medios de expresión y enseñanza, y además, medio en el que nos podemos ver representadas. Explica de manera sencilla lo que es ser arromántica, no sentir atracción romántica y lo único que deseas es "llegar a casa, prepararse una taza de leche caliente, envolverse en una manta y disfrutar de un buen cinnamon roll". También están representadas algunas de las experiencias de personas trans, desde adultas hasta niñas que acaban de aprender a reconocer qué es lo que sienten.
✨Cozy fantasy con vibes de cuento de hadas (porque realmente es más una historia para niñes)
✨Una perspectiva positiva sobre cómo las historias son uno de los grades medios de expresión y enseñanza, y además, medio en el que nos podemos ver representadas. Explica de manera sencilla lo que es ser arromántica, no sentir atracción romántica y lo único que deseas es "llegar a casa, prepararse una taza de leche caliente, envolverse en una manta y disfrutar de un buen cinnamon roll". También están representadas algunas de las experiencias de personas trans, desde adultas hasta niñas que acaban de aprender a reconocer qué es lo que sienten.
✨Cozy fantasy con vibes de cuento de hadas (porque realmente es más una historia para niñes)
coffeedragon's review against another edition
5.0
At this point terms like Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, and Queer have been terms I’ve heard many times, but Aromantic and Asexual were new concepts for me. We had some discussions and looked at how media portrayed these characters and I realized I didn’t know any characters that would fall into this category. Which is why I decided to pick this book up. I wanted to read the story (dragons!) but also meet new characters
In The Dragon of Ynys we have Sir Violet, the only knight at the small village of Ynys. The people of Ynys have lived peacefully for many years until one day a gold necklace is stolen. Everyone believes that Heath, the newcomer of the village has stolen it, but Sir Violet holds off on punishment, deciding to investigate first. And his investigations lead him to a Dragon that lives in the mountains near Ynys. He goes to retrieve the necklace and finds that the Dragon is well mannered, returning the necklace immediately
This pattern continues until a person goes missing and that’s where Sir Violet draws the line!
Aside from a kleptomaniac Dragon and a knight visiting this dragon, I wasn’t really sure what to expect from the story. One thing I didn’t expect was opening this on my phone and finding that it was only 70 pages long! I was a bit worried of the pacing but as I started reading, EVERYTHING just felt Right. We’re introduced to the village of Ynys and our main character, Sir Violet. We’re thrown almost immediately into the theft of the necklace and the discovery of the Dragon. The story gave us enough information about everything, not going too quick or too slow. But the best part was that it was very rhythmic and fairytale-esque. I could really picture myself reading this aloud to people
While the story wasn’t amazing (it was simple), the message of the story really came through. It really hammered down that it’s OK to be different (in fact, it’s Awesome) and that not all fairytales should end with a knight and the princess living happily ever after. I really feel it’s a story that can be read to children to introduce a lot of topics and create discussions. For example, not only do we see a positive portrayal of a married lesbian couple but one of the wives is trans. A very optimistic and great read
I have no complaints, give this short story a solid 5/5
In The Dragon of Ynys we have Sir Violet, the only knight at the small village of Ynys. The people of Ynys have lived peacefully for many years until one day a gold necklace is stolen. Everyone believes that Heath, the newcomer of the village has stolen it, but Sir Violet holds off on punishment, deciding to investigate first. And his investigations lead him to a Dragon that lives in the mountains near Ynys. He goes to retrieve the necklace and finds that the Dragon is well mannered, returning the necklace immediately
This pattern continues until a person goes missing and that’s where Sir Violet draws the line!
Aside from a kleptomaniac Dragon and a knight visiting this dragon, I wasn’t really sure what to expect from the story. One thing I didn’t expect was opening this on my phone and finding that it was only 70 pages long! I was a bit worried of the pacing but as I started reading, EVERYTHING just felt Right. We’re introduced to the village of Ynys and our main character, Sir Violet. We’re thrown almost immediately into the theft of the necklace and the discovery of the Dragon. The story gave us enough information about everything, not going too quick or too slow. But the best part was that it was very rhythmic and fairytale-esque. I could really picture myself reading this aloud to people
While the story wasn’t amazing (it was simple), the message of the story really came through. It really hammered down that it’s OK to be different (in fact, it’s Awesome) and that not all fairytales should end with a knight and the princess living happily ever after. I really feel it’s a story that can be read to children to introduce a lot of topics and create discussions. For example, not only do we see a positive portrayal of a married lesbian couple but one of the wives is trans. A very optimistic and great read
I have no complaints, give this short story a solid 5/5
thirdtimesacharm's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
bookcub's review against another edition
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.5
saracat's review against another edition
4.0
First, I want to thank NetGalley and Atthis Arts for giving me free and early access to this title in exchange for an honest review.
I give this title 4.5 stars. It was a delightful, fun short story that is full of great, diverse characters and dollop of snark. The main reason I didn't give it 5 stars is becomes some things seemed to work out too well or just a bit too easily. Which, is not necessarily a bad thing, but I think I'm a bit too cynical about things to full enjoy that aspect of this story.
While there are some elements that on there own sound like troupes from a fairy tale or fantasy story, there is almost nothing in this story that follows the 'norms' or expectations that many readers may have when picking up a book that says it has a dragon and knight as two of the characters.
I definitely recommend this book to readers of all ages.
I give this title 4.5 stars. It was a delightful, fun short story that is full of great, diverse characters and dollop of snark. The main reason I didn't give it 5 stars is becomes some things seemed to work out too well or just a bit too easily. Which, is not necessarily a bad thing, but I think I'm a bit too cynical about things to full enjoy that aspect of this story.
While there are some elements that on there own sound like troupes from a fairy tale or fantasy story, there is almost nothing in this story that follows the 'norms' or expectations that many readers may have when picking up a book that says it has a dragon and knight as two of the characters.
I definitely recommend this book to readers of all ages.
dustea's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
inspiring
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75